Volta Region’s U-17 boys team made a resounding statement in the KGL Foundation Inter-Regional Championship, thrashing Central Region 3-0 at the Ghanaman Soccer Centre of Excellence in Prampam.
The trio of Aglago George, Tabo Kennedy, and Setsoafia Junior Akwetey stole the show with impressive first-half goals, securing a convincing win in their opening Group match.
Aglago George broke the deadlock in the 27th minute, slotting home from close range after a pinpoint through ball.
Tabo Kennedy doubled the lead with a confident penalty kick in the 43rd minute, Captain Setsoafia Junior Akwetey, who earned the Man of the Match award for his incredible performance sealed the victory with a powerful 25-yard strike.
With three points in the bag, Team Volta will face defending champions Ashanti Region, who cruised past Brong Ahafo 4-0 in the tournament’s opener on Sunday at 10:00 am.
The 12-day Championship, featuring the best U-17 players from ten Regional Football Associations, aims at identifying and developing young talent for Ghana’s youth national teams.
The competition will come to an end on Thursday, August 8, 2024.
VRFA Communications
